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Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Key legislation that restricts the extent to which liability can be excluded or limited. Prohibits exclusion of liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence. Any exclusion must pass the 'reasonableness test'.

Consumer Rights Act 2015: Although primarily for consumer contracts, relevant for contractors who are small businesses or sole traders. Contains important provisions about unfair terms in contracts.

Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs how third party rights are handled in contracts. Important when considering whether the waiver needs to extend to third parties.

Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Implies terms about quality of service in contracts. Contains certain implied terms that cannot be excluded from contracts.

Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Establishes fundamental health and safety obligations that cannot be excluded by contract. Critical for workplace safety responsibilities.

Common Law Principles: Includes doctrine of fundamental breach, rules about incorporation of terms, and principles of consideration. Forms the foundation of contract law.

Misrepresentation Act 1967: Governs liability for misrepresentation and the extent to which such liability can be excluded in contracts.

Construction Act 1996: Specific provisions for construction contracts including payment terms and dispute resolution. Relevant if the contract involves construction work.